MUSASHI, Miyamoto. A Book of Five Rings.

(London): Allison and Busby, 1981.  Second printing.  Hardcover.  21.5cm by 19cm.  95 pages.  Introduction by Victor Harris.  Originally written around the year 1645, by martial artist and Japan’s most renown swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi. The text covers the fundamental principles of kenjutsu, correct mindset, martial arts, and philosophy. The book’s core philosophy centres around turning a pursuit into a way of life and understanding that when we become competent in one discipline, the skill carries over into all other.  Illustrated.  A very good copy in dust jacket.